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10 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Marseille [13] Zinc Pattern
1918 year| Zinc | 2.56 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Marseille (Department of Bouches-du-Rhône) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.56 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#370041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Face value between two cornucopia, under date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1918
10
CENTIMES
Edge
Plain.
Comment
This pattern was not followed by strikes.According to , a 1918 dated 5 centimes zinc pattern would exist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Marseille [13] (Zinc Pattern) 1918 from Commune of Marseille (Department of Bouches-du-Rhône) made of Zinc weighing 2.56 g is that it was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Charles Allou. Allou was a prominent artist during the early 20th century and his work can be found on various coins and medals from that time period. The coin's design features a woman representing the city of Marseille, surrounded by symbols of commerce and industry, highlighting the city's important role in the region's economy.